SKC 690-105-NB ULTRA III Passive Samplers without Blank, with Charcoal Sorbent - Manual (Page 2)

Sampling
1. Open the pouch. Remove the sampler.
a. Do not discard the pouch.
b. Store the pouch in a clean, organic solvent-free
environment.
2. Record the following:
a. Sample ID on the pouch and sampler
ID label
b. Sampling location on the pouch
c. Date sample taken on the pouch
Do not use Sharpie ® markers or equivalent to mark
the label or pouch as these can off-gas VOCs.
3. Clip the sampler(s) in an appropriate location.
a. Indoors: Clip the sampler(s) to a stand
accessory (Cat. No. 690-302) and locate at an
appropriate height.
b. Outdoors: Clip the sampler(s) inside the
shelter (open on two ends and bott om to allow
air to fl ow freely). Hang the shelter securely at
the appropriate height.
Ensure the diffusion holes in the sampler are not
obstructed in any way.
4. Start sampling: Slide the sampler cover to the
open position (diff usion holes visible).
a. If performing for an extended sampling
time or sampling in an area of high
concentrations, install the Secondary
Diff usion Barrier accessory (Cat. No. 690-
300); see Operating Instructions 39008.
b. Write the sample start time on the pouch
label.
5. Stop sampling: Slide the sampler cover to the
closed position (arrow and SKC visible).
a. Remove the Secondary Diff usion Barrier, if
used, and then slide the cover to the closed
position; see Operating Instructions 39008.
b. Write the sample stop time on the pouch label.
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3b
Sampler
I.D. label
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Clip
Diffusion holes
(sample sorbent
compartment)
Sliding cover
Clip
Sample compartment
Sliding cover